Beef Stew Made Easy

In just a few short weeks we’ll be easing in to fall weather. Evenings will get cooler and you may start craving rich soups, stews and braised meats.I recently made my first ever beef stew using ShopRite Organic Beef Stock and ShopRite Burgundy Cooking Wine. My family enjoyed the meal and I look forward to making it again in the fall.

While the stew simmers in your oven you can clean the kitchen, set the table and still have time to relax with your family before dinner. Or, you can leave the dishes to someone else and go watch your favorite TV show.

I served this stew with a loaf of Roasted Garlic Hot and Ready Bread from my local ShopRite’s bakery department. I like to make my own bread, but I wasn’t in the mood to go through the process, so I gave this loaf a try. We loved it and I’ll absolutely pick it up in the future. I also think this stew would be excellent served over rice, mashed potatoes, cheese grits or polenta. This is a stick to your ribs kind of meal that fills your home with the comforting aroma of braised beef, fresh herbs and roasted root vegetables.

Deglaze the pot with the whole bottle of ShopRite Burgundy Cooking Wine. Pour in entire container of ShopRite Organic Beef Stock. Stir in tomato paste, beef, rosemary and thyme. Increase heat to high and bring to a boil. Cover pot, place in oven and cook for 2 to 2 ½ hours.

After the stew has cooked for 2 to 2 ½ hours, remove from oven and stir in potatoes. Return stew to oven and cook for an additional 30 to 45 minutes.

When stew is ready, taste to check for seasonings. Adjust salt and pepper, as needed. Serve with crusty bread or over rice, mashed potatoes or polenta.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: As a POTLUCK blogger, I received the ShopRite Organic Beef Stock and ShopRite Burgundy Cooking Wine for free.